Draft Profile: Andrus Peat

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2. Andrus Peat- Offensive Tackle- StanfordSize: 6’7 316lbs

Strengths:

Tall, good frame- skinny, but large legs

Nice wide base

Powerful- will drive defenders off the ball

Explosive hips

Understands protections- knows where to be

Analysis: Peat is on of the most powerful lineman in the draft. Starting day one, Peat can be a dominant run blocker in the NFL, and will easily drive defenders off the ball. Coming from Stanford’s system, Peat has the knowledge and IQ to understand protection schemes. At 6’7 Peat’s wide base is a for to be reckoned with (his lower body is all muscle). He is also versatile with his ability to play either left or right tackle.

Need to Improve:

Technique

Lunges in pass protection

Has trouble blocking to 2nd level

Stays engaged with defender too long

Analysis: Peat’s physical skill set in unquestioned, but at times in college he came off the ball high and “lunged” at defenders–which would cause him to be beat regularly by NFL defensive lineman. Peat seems to lock on to his initial defender and does not break away quick enough to reach the second level in time–this is crucial in zone blocking schemes. Until his footwork/technique is mastered, I would say Peat projects more as right tackle until he can switch to the left side.

Round Prediction: 1

NFL Comparison: Trent Williams

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2. Andrus Peat- Offensive Tackle- Stanford
Size: 6'7 316lbs
Strengths:
Tall, good frame- skinny, but large legs
Nice wide base
Powerful- will drive defenders off the ball
Explosive hips
Understands protections- knows...Dan SchalkDanSchalkmyfantasysportstalk@gmail.comAdministratorDan Schalk is a sports enthusiast with degrees in Sports Coaching and Sports Management. He founded MyFantasySportsTalk in July of 2014 to bring a new platform to the sports media industry and allow various sports fans across the country have their voices be heard. Hailing from Buffalo, NY the land of the real chicken wing, you can stay up-to-date with Dan on Twitter @ffsportstalk
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